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ERASMUS DARWIN, FOUR WORKS, 1791-1803 (4 VOL.)
估價
300 - 500 GBP
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描述
- A collection of 4 volumes, including:
- Paper
a) The Botanic Garden. Printed for J. Johnson, 1791, 2 parts in one volume, FIRST EDITION of part 1, third edition of part 2, 20 engraved plates, one by Blake after Fuseli, modern cloth-backed boards, some offsetting; b) Phytologia: or the philosophy of agriculture and gardening. Printed for J. Johnson, 1800, FIRST EDITION, 12 engraved plates, modern half calf, spine gilt, plates spotted or stained; c) The Temple of Nature; or, the origin of society. Printed for J. Johnson, 1803, FIRST EDITION, 4 engraved plates by Houghton after Fuseli, contemporary half calf, plates slightly discoloured at edge, binding rebacked retaining original gilt spine; and one other, 4to and 8vo (4)
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."